Photograph by Brian Scott Casey
Spring has officially ended here in Western North Carolina. The leaves have taken on the deep, jewel green that I so love at this time of year. I feel the world warming around me. I soak in the sun, drinking summer as it seeps and simmers slowly to life. There is only one thing to do about it: Get out into nature. Revel in the glorious riches this time of year has to offer. Keep reading for some great resources to help you make the most out of summer here in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Photograph by Brian Scott Casey
The last of the Mountain Laurel blossoms have turned brown and withered away. For weeks, their tiny pink and white flowers have bloomed like parasols across the green face of the mountains. “Rejoice!” they seem to say to us, “Summer is on its way!” The Catawba Rhododendron takes up where the Laurel left off, heralding the start of this glorious season.
Take a Drive Down the Blue Ridge Parkway
Photograph by Brian Scott Casey
There is no better way to take advantage of summer here in the mountains than a drive down the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Go hiking, swim at a waterfall, stop at a campground and sleep under the stars. Stand and marvel at the utter majesty of this amazing place in the world.
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